Truth that Makes a Difference

Finding meaning in life, marriage, and faith

3 Things You Need To Know

August 4, 2015

Right after we married, my wife and I moved 650 miles from home and I went to work in the oil fields of Oklahoma. Being young and inexperienced, they put … Read more

Little Things Mean A Lot – Manners

July 28, 2015

Parents spend a lot of time and energy teaching the importance of manners to their children. Parents constantly remind their children to say “please,”  “thank you,” and “may I.” They … Read more

Happily Ever After?

July 23, 2015

“And they all lived happily ever after.” We’ve heard these word as children, when our parents would read us our favorited story for the umpteenth time. We’ve heard these words as parents, … Read more

Rearranged

July 21, 2015

Strong marriages and families practice flexibility. Whether it’s with the introduction of the first child or the first grandchild, there’s a willingness to go with the flow and let life get rearranged. … Read more

The Check Engine Light

July 17, 2015

The dreaded check engine light. I don’t know about you, but I hate the check engine light. I always fear the worst when I see it. It’s like the amber … Read more

Going Through the Motions

July 9, 2015

Ever find yourself just going through the motions? You’re doing what you’re suppose to do. You’re doing what others expect you to do. But you’re only doing it so others … Read more

What I’ve Learned About Marriage From Buying a House – One More Thing

July 7, 2015

Are you a flaw finder? Do you focus more on what’s wrong than what’s right? Do you point out problems more than pinpoint positives? Last week I posted what I thought would be … Read more

Are You Taking In Life or Taken In By Life?

July 3, 2015

Here’s a question for you: are you taking in life or are you taken in by life? Everyone does a little of both, but you probably lean toward one more than the other. … Read more

What I’ve Learned About Marriage From Buying a House – Part 8

June 30, 2015

Well, we’re in our new house! Not everything is put away yet, but it’s livable and we can get both cars in the garage! So, I’ll close this series with one … Read more

How to Change an Ordinary Life

June 24, 2015

While on vacation this week, I read a short blog post by Allison Vesterfelt entitled “The Difference Between an Ordinary Life and an Extraordinary One.” It was a great reminder … Read more